Long/Short Equity

Dictionary Says

Definition of 'Long/Short Equity'

A hedge fund strategy that involves buying certain stocks long and selling others short. There usually isn't a restriction on the country that the stocks trade in either.
Investopedia Says

Investopedia explains 'Long/Short Equity'

This type of hedge fund basically has free reign to buy or sell what it likes. A long/short equity hedge fund is usually considered to be higher risk.

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